The "Better Beer Festival 2017" was cancelled due to political sensitivity surrounding the event, said the organiser today.
In a statement, Mybeer (M) Sdn Bhd, expressed disappointment with the cancellation of the event, slated to be held on October 6 and 7 at the Publika mall in Solaris Dutamas, Kuala Lumpur.
"At our meeting with officials of Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL), we were instructed to cancel our event, as there are issues with the licensing.
"We were further informed that the decision was made due to political sensitivity surrounding the event," the organiser said, further expressing regrets over inconvenience caused the by cancellation to patrons, partners and sponsors.
Earlier today, Sinar Harian had quoted DBKL's corporate planning department director Khalid Zakaria saying the application for the event was received on Aug 28, but no approval was given.
"If the organisations were to proceed, DBKL has the right to take action," he said, without elaborating on the reason for the rejection.
Similar events were held in Kuala Lumpur over the past five years without a hitch.
Like most events involving alcohol, the organisers had stated in their promotional material that the event was strictly for non-Muslims only.
However, PAS central committee member Riduan Mohd Nor had warnedthat the event would encourage "vice activities" and lead to reprisals from extremists.
Riduan added that the event would lead to crime, rape, sex outside of marriage and other vices. - Mkini
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